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opportunity is offered, let him speak of the value of a healthful diet.
He should never be ashamed to say, “No, thank you; I do not eat meat.”
If tea is offered, let him refuse it, explaining that it is harmful, that
though for a time stimulating, the stimulating effect passes off, and a
corresponding depression is left. Let him explain the injurious effect
of intoxicating drinks, and of tobacco, tea, and coffee, on the digestive
organs and the brain.—
Counsels on Health, 463
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How to Kindle a Thousand Torches—Those who occupy posi-
tions of influence and responsibility in the church should be foremost
in the work of God. If they move reluctantly, others will not move
at all. But their zeal “hath provoked very many.” When their light
burns brightly, a thousand torches will be kindled at the flame.—
The
Southern Watchman, April 5, 1904
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